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My family at home.
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My family lives in a small house.
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It's simple, but pretty.
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It has a large garden.
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I like to work in the garden,
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but my sister hates to work in the garden.
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She prefers to read.
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She reads in the morning,
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in the afternoon, and at night.
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I give all of the vegetables to mom and dad.
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They like to cook in our small kitchen.
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I eat any vegetable, but my sister eats only a few.
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My family always eats breakfast and dinner together.
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We talk, we laugh, then my sister washes the dishes.
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At night, dad likes to listen to music.
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works on the computer.
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I watch television.
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And my sister reads.
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Soon we go to bed.
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My parents go to bed late,
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but my sister and I go to bed early.
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I'm ready to go to sleep,
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but my sister wants to keep reading.
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Repeat after me.
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My family at home My family at home My family at home
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My family lives in a small house My family lives in a small house.
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It's simple but pretty.
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It's simple but pretty.
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It has a large garden.
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It has a large garden.
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It has a large garden.
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I like to work in the garden,
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but my sister hates to work in the garden.
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She prefers to read.
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She prefers to read.
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She prefers to read.
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She reads in the morning,
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in the afternoon, and at night.
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I give all of the vegetables to mom and dad.
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I give all of the vegetables to mom and dad.
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I give all of the vegetables to mom and dad.
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They like to cook in our small kitchen.
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They like to cook in our small kitchen.
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I eat any vegetable, but my sister eats only a few.
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My family always eats breakfast and dinner together.
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My family always eats breakfast and dinner together.
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My family always eats breakfast and dinner together.
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We talk.
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We talk.
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We talk.
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We laugh.
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We laugh.
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We laugh.
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Then my sister washes the dishes.
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Then my sister washes the dishes.
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Then my sister washes the dishes.
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At night, Dad likes to listen to music.
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At night, Dad likes to listen to music.
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At night, Dad likes to listen to music.
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Mom works on the computer.
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Mom works on the computer Mom
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works on the computer I watch television I watch television I watch television.
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I watch television.
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And my sister reads.
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And my sister reads.
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And my sister reads, Soon we go to bed.
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Soon we go to bed.
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Soon we go to bed.
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My parents go to bed late,
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but my sister and I go to bed early.
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My parents go to bed late,
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but my sister and I go to bed early.
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I'm ready to go to sleep,
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but my sister wants to keep reading.
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Question 1.
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The family has how many members?
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A.
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2 B.
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3 C.
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4 D.
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5 Time's over.
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Question 2.
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Which is another way to describe the family's house?
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A. Cramped but cozy B.
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Narrow but suitable C.
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Little but attractive D.
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Old but cheery Time's over
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Question 3.
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Who doesn't enjoy working in the garden?
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A. Grandmother B.
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Cousin C.
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Father D.
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Sister Time's over
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Question 4 When does the sister like to read?
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A. At night B.
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In the afternoon C.
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In the morning D.
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All of the above Time's over
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Question 5 When do the family members not eat together?
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A. At dinner B.
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At lunch C.
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At breakfast D.
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All of the above Time's over
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Listen and practice.
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My family at home.
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My family lives in a small house.
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It's simple, but pretty.
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It has a large garden.
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I like to work in the garden,
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but my sister hates to work in the garden.
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She prefers to read.
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She reads in the morning,
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in the afternoon, and at night.
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I give all of the vegetables to Mom and Dad.
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They like to cook in our small kitchen.
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I eat any vegetable, but my sister eats only a few.
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My family always eats breakfast and dinner together.
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We talk, we laugh, then my sister washes the dishes.
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At night, Dad likes to listen to music.
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Mom works on the computer.
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I watch television.
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And my sister reads.
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Soon, we go to bed.
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My parents go to bed late,
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but my sister and I go to bed early.
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I'm ready to go to sleep,
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but my sister wants to keep reading.

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Why practice speaking with this video?

This engaging video titled "My Family at Home" provides an excellent opportunity for English learners to enhance their speaking skills in a familiar context. By listening to the speaker describe daily family activities, you can immerse yourself in conversational English that reflects real-life scenarios. Practicing with this video allows you to:

  • Improve English pronunciation: The clear and simple sentences make it easy to mimic correct pronunciation and intonation.
  • Develop speaking confidence: Repeating phrases helps build confidence in using English in everyday contexts.
  • Learn practical vocabulary: The vocabulary is directly related to family and household activities, making it relevant for daily conversations.

Incorporating this listening material into your routine can significantly boost your fluency and comprehension, especially when using techniques like shadowing. You’ll not only learn to pronounce words correctly but also understand their usage in context by modeling your speech after the video.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

Several key structures are prevalent in this transcript, showcasing how to effectively convey family dynamics:

  • Simple Present Tense: "My family lives in a small house." This tense is crucial for discussing routines and habitual actions.
  • Preference Phrases: "She prefers to read." Using the verb "prefer" helps to express likes and dislikes clearly.
  • Coordinating Conjunctions: "It’s simple, but pretty." This structure is useful for connecting contrasting ideas.
  • Expressions for Frequency: "She reads in the morning, in the afternoon, and at night." These expressions help indicate how often actions occur.

Practicing these constructions in the context of family life makes it easier to apply them in conversations and writing, enhancing your overall communication skills.

Common Pronunciation Traps

While shadowing this video, pay attention to the following pronunciation challenges:

  • “vegetables”: This word often trips learners up; focus on pronouncing it as "VEJ-tuh-buls" to avoid common mispronunciations.
  • “together”: Many learners may say this too quickly. Practice saying "to-GE-ther" to maintain clarity.
  • “kitchen”: Ensure you articulate the "k" sound clearly at the start, as it's a common misstep.

Make sure to utilize resources that focus on improving English pronunciation in these areas; the shadowing site is a great tool for reinforcing these skills as you practice. By actively working on these pronunciation traps, you'll ensure that your spoken English becomes more fluent and natural.

What is the Shadowing Technique?

Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.

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